In a dramatic turn of events, 13-year-old Rachel Crow was sent home over Marcus Canty, but it was how the teen's elimination came about that created some tense television.

The elimination round began with Marcus once again singing "I'm Going Down." His performance, however, was overshadowed by the young performer, who had Paula Abdul on her feet, screaming "Yes!" as Rachel sang the Etta James standard, "I'd Rather Go Blind."